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This DVD contains all six episodes from the second series of Porridge, and the pilot episode "Prisoner and Escort". The 1970s Britcom stars Ronnie Barker and Richard Beckinsale (Kate's father) as prison inmates. Lennie Godber (Beckinsale) is adjusting to prison life and tough guy Norman Stanley "Fletch" Fletcher (Barker) is still looking out for him. Episodes include: "Just Desserts," "Disturbing the Peace," "Happy Release" and more.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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Although every series of Porridge is superb, series 2 just about has the edge as the best of the 3 series made. By this stage the writers were so confident in their abilities, that they are able to write an entire episode around the premise of a stolen tin of pineapple chunks. In addition this opening episode also features Fletcher's classic line to his fellow inmates, "gentlemen we have a thief among us". Mr McKay's role as Fletcher's nemesis is increased, perhaps at the expense of Mr Barrowclough originally intended to be the central Prison officer figure. Richard Beckinsale is now very much a main character as well, with some of the actors from the first series, such as Brian Glover having been phased out. This is highly recommended and again cements the BBC's reputation for excellent sitcoms.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This is one of THE classic comedy series of all time. It is timeless in its appeal, and its age doesn't show at all. Yes it is 30 years old now.
To say there are no extras is a bit mean. You get the original Pilot episode "Prisoner and Escort" on this DVD, so in effect getting 7 episodes for the price of 6.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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Just as comical as Series 1, this is however weaker. The stories are much more centred around Fletch. Heslop dissapears from the face of Slade Prison, Lukewarm and Godber are both seen less, fortunately Blanco is introduced, an old man Blanco, who appears in two of the episodes and does a brilliant job. McClaren and Warren get much bigger parts and Ives can be heard to say 'ere listen as much as ever and even Big Grouty makes an appearance in one episode.
The ideas behind the scripts are however much better seeeing Fletch suffer from constant disturbances throughout the day while attempting to get some sleep to fixing a boxing match which either outcome means he suffers to trying to solve the mystery of his missing pineapple, which he stole from the kitchen to tricking Noris into searching for some hidden treasure of Blanco's.
Well worth it, still as enjoyable as ever
The ideas behind the scripts are however much better seeeing Fletch suffer from constant disturbances throughout the day while attempting to get some sleep to fixing a boxing match which either outcome means he suffers to trying to solve the mystery of his missing pineapple, which he stole from the kitchen to tricking Noris into searching for some hidden treasure of Blanco's.
Well worth it, still as enjoyable as ever
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Published 1 month ago by Lord Anon
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Published 24 months ago by Mr. M. A. Ward
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Published on 19 April 2009 by Alan Hadfield
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Published on 4 April 2009 by History Buff
Mean, Moody, Magnificent.
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Published on 21 Dec 2008 by John Meanwood
A testament to British comedy - at it's VERY best
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Published on 25 April 2008 by Gooner
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Brilliant
One of the best british comedies!! Anybody who is a fan of yes minister and all the other golden oldies should have this in their dvd collection.
Published on 30 Jan 2005 by C. Wilson
timeless
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